Upper Monroe Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Upper Monroe
Popular places to visit
University of Rochester
Explore the campus of University of Rochester during your travels in Rochester. Stroll along the area's riverfront or experience its entertainment choices.
Strong
Even the most museum-hating children may not want to leave this enormous complex, featuring an arcade, a butterfly museum and a toy hall of fame.
Rochester Museum and Science Center
Fossils, a climbing wall, a planetarium and more fill this extensive museum, which is especially renowned for its kid-friendly Inventor Center.
Highland Park
Full of interesting plants as well as numerous memorials and architectural features, this Olmsted-designed arboretum is one of Rochester’s most-photographed areas.
Rochester Institute of Technology
Explore the campus of Rochester Institute of Technology during your trip to Rochester. Stroll along the riverfront or attend a sporting event in this family-friendly area.
Strong Memorial Hospital
If Strong Memorial Hospital is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Rochester.
Activities
Self-Guided Rochester Scavenger Hunt: Big Little Rochester
All Inclusive VIP Wine or Beer Tour in Hudson Valley
Our pick of the best Upper Monroe Hotel Deals
Woodcliff Hotel and Spa
Everything was very good
Reviewed on 6 Nov 2025
Best Western The Inn At Rochester Airport
Na
Reviewed on 5 Nov 2025
Baymont by Wyndham Henrietta/Rochester
Smelled like cleaning fluid
Reviewed on 3 Nov 2025
Best Western Plus Victor Inn & Suites
Everything was nice and quiet. Clean and fresh.
Reviewed on 5 Nov 2025
Super 8 by Wyndham Henrietta/Rochester Area
Yes
Reviewed on 3 Nov 2025
Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Farmington
Front Desk - Samantha, was AMAZING to work with. After having a long day trip, a horrible hotel experience. She was able to get us into a room, and make sure there was a crib available. She provided us some food recommendations, and made sure our stay was amazing. Hotel was fantastic for price, very ...
Reviewed on 8 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Upper Monroe
Park Avenue Historic District
While Park Avenue Historic District isn't home to many top sights, Park Avenue and George Eastman Museum are some notable places to visit nearby.
Monroe Village
Monroe Village might not have many top sights, but Strong and Rochester Museum and Science Center are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
East Avenue
Unique features of East Avenue include the museums and restaurants. Make a stop by Park Avenue or George Eastman Museum while you're exploring the area.
Cobbs Hill
While there might not be top attractions in Cobbs Hill, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Park Avenue and George Eastman Museum.
Brighton
Brighton is well liked for its museums and art galleries. If you're hoping to see more of the larger area, Highland Park and Park Avenue are some interesting sights nearby to check out.
Neighborhood of the Arts
You'll enjoy the museums and live music in Neighborhood of the Arts. You might want to make time for a stop at Main Street Armory or Rochester Auditorium Theater.
